What to do and see in Western Ireland, Ireland: The Best Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing

January 15, 2022 Darwin Bolte

Discover the best top things to do in Western Ireland, Ireland including Blackfield Surf School, Surf Mayo, Perfect Day Surf School, Perfect Day SUP School, Wavesweeper Sea Adventures, Real Adventures Connemara, Strandhill Surf Experience, Strandhill Surf School, 7th Wave Surf School, Achill Surf.
Restaurants in Western Ireland

1. Blackfield Surf School

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5.0 based on 104 reviews

Blackfield Surf School

Blackfield Surf, kitesurf and SUP School is the only approved surf School on Achill Island.We are fully approved by the Irish Surfing Association and are one of only two schools in Mayo with this accreditation. If you need a surfing lesson or to hire some wetsuits, surfboards or body boards, just drop in! If you would like to learn to kitesurf, or improve, just give us a call.If you would like to go on a stand up paddleboard expedition through caves and arches-let us bring you! We run a hugely popular and (very small) surf camp for children aged 8-16 during the months of July and August.The surf school runs from our iconic double decker bus on Keel beach. In winter (October - March) our bus is closed but we are always happy to run lessons or hire equipment! Just call us!

2. Surf Mayo

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5.0 based on 114 reviews

Surf Mayo

Mayo's first surf school, established in 1998, SURFMAYO was one of the first surf schools and surf hire companies established in Ireland. We are also an ISA (Irish Surfing Association) approved surf school, where we abide by stringent ISA surf school standards and are evaluated yearly. With 20+ years of experience, SURFMAYO surf school caters for all ages and abilities in surfing. Whether you are a complete beginner, improver or advanced surfer, we offer professional surf coaching and equipment to suit your needs. We have on hand some of Ireland's finest surf coaches all of whom are fully-trained lifeguards and highly experienced, passionate surfers. We offer surf lessons for groups, families, friends, hens & stag groups, school tours and sports clubs, any age; you are all welcome to taste the ultimate surfing experience on this beautiful stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way.

3. Perfect Day Surf School

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5.0 based on 160 reviews

Perfect Day Surf School

Perfect Day Surf School is located in Strandhill, Sligo. Established in 1998, we specialise in small group and individual surf lessons, childrens summer camps, stag and hen parties, special needs groups and school tours. Our unique 1 to 5 instructor to student radio maximises the safety, coaching and fun aspect of learning how to surf. Also offering SUP (Stand up Paddle)lessons and tours.

4. Perfect Day SUP School

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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Perfect Day SUP School

Stand up paddling is one of the fastest growing water sports worldwide. It is easy to learn and great exercise and can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. Perfect Day SUP School Ireland offers you the opportunity to enjoy nature and explore the Sligo outdoors from a different perspective. Take a class and enjoy our scenic tours of the beautiful waterways around Sligo.

5. Wavesweeper Sea Adventures

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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Wavesweeper Sea Adventures

We offer experiential tours along the Wild Atlantic Way. Activities include Kayaking, Snorkelling, Stand Up Paddle boarding, Surfing and raft building . We are based in Belmullet in Co. Mayo.

6. Real Adventures Connemara

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5.0 based on 250 reviews

Real Adventures Connemara

Real Adventures Connemara in Clifden, Co. Galway - providing outdoor activities including; coasteering kayaking, surfing, hill walking, rock climbing and abseiling for Stags & Hens, families, individuals, groups and school groups.

7. Strandhill Surf Experience

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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Strandhill Surf Experience

Strandhill Surf Experience is owned and run by lifelong surfer Eddie Moran. Eddie is a highly experienced surf coach who has been surf coaching for 8 years at Strandhill beach and offers the highest standard of instruction from total beginner to advanced surfers.

8. Strandhill Surf School

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5.0 based on 53 reviews

Strandhill Surf School

Strandhill Surf School is the centre of surfing in Strandhill. Located in the adventure hub of the North West, Strandhill beach is a great place to learn to surf or improve your surfing skills. Come and experience the excitement os surfing with highly qualified instructors who have valuable knowledge of the local waves. With a great premises on the beachfront, we are within walking distance to the best surf for our lessons. We look forward to surfing with you!

9. 7th Wave Surf School

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5.0 based on 37 reviews

7th Wave Surf School

7th Wave Surf School is located on the stunning sandy beach in Enniscrone, Sligo, Ireland. 7th Wave Surf School is a family run business. We offer surf lessons to beginner/intermediate adults and kids. In summer we run our very popular Kids Surf Camps. This runs weekly in July and August. We now offer kayaking guided tours in Enniscrone and Aughris. All equipment is supplied for your lesson. We also rent equipment eg. wetsuits, surfboards. Come join us for a great experience.

10. Achill Surf

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5.0 based on 85 reviews

Achill Surf

Achill Surf Adventure Centre offers a broad range of adrenaline fueled land based adventure activities and sea activities. Located in Achill on the Wild Atlantic we offer an extensive range of adventure summer camps, adult activity packages and international cultural and activity school tours. Achill Surf Adventure Centre offer family adventure activities that include, kayaking and coasteering which are available on a daily basis to holiday makers and the public during the summer months of June to August. Come on an Island adventure experience that you will never forget, celebrate that special occasion, or build the perfect corporate team. Achill Island offers the perfect location to your personal adventure. Coming soon in 2017 our purpose built 125 bed residential activity centre! Choose from a range of water sports and outdoor activities, including surfing, kayaking, coasteering, cycling, mountain climbing, abseiling, body boarding,climbing, night navigation, SUP and summer camps. Shuttle bus service and transport available for groups.

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